Violence against women and girls (VAWG) is defined by the Home Office as acts of violence or abuse that we know disproportionately affect women and girls. This can be any form of behaviour or violence women and girls are subjected to by men that physically, mentally or emotionally affects them. This can include: Domestic violence and abuse Coercive and controlling behaviour Modern slavery Sexual violence, abuse and exploitation Sexual harassment Stalking Honour based violence and abuse (including FGM and forced marriage) Misogyny Street harassment
These behaviours make women and girls feel unsafe, are not acceptable and will not be tolerated in Staffordshire. We are committed to tackling this behaviour and improving safety for women and girls in our communities. Our approachHelping end violence against women and girls is a priority for us and we are working with our partners to improve safety for women and girls across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent. This follows the launch of the National Police Chiefs’ Council’s (NPCC) national strategy on how forces can support women and girls who are victims of violence and harassment. We are focusing on a number of areas to help women and girls feel safe. This includes: You can read about our Violence Against Women and Girls strategy. How to report this behaviour?If you or someone you know has experience any of this behaviour, we encourage you to report it. You can report a crime and provide information to us in a number of ways: Call us on 101 If it’s an emergency, dial 999 On our online chat services Report it online Private messages us on Facebook or Twitter Contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111
Where to get help and support?New Era
Help for victims and perpetrators in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent. Glow Domestic Abuse Service (supporting North Staffordshire)
Support for victims, their families, and for perpetrators. Pathway (supporting Lichfield and Tamworth)
Provides help for adults, young people and children who are affected by domestic abuse. SARAC (covers Burton, Lichfield, Tamworth, Uttoxeter, Swadlincote) Staffordshire Women’s Aid (covers Stafford, South Staffs, Cannock) | 
